The most dangerous effect on the fetus of a mother who smokes cigarettes while pregnant is:
A)Genetic changes and anomalies
B)Extensive central nervous system damage
C)Fetal addiction to the substance inhaled
D)Intrauterine growth restriction

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The major consequences of smoking tobacco during pregnancy are low-birth-weight infants,prematurity,and increased perinatal loss.Cigarettes normally will not cause genetic changes or extensive central nervous system damage.Addiction to tobacco is not a usual concern related to the neonate.

The Most Dangerous Effect on the Fetus of a Mother